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Fiberboard Stewardship IRSC

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AG-9JGP-S-17-4011Federal

Submission Closed06/07/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Solicitation # LoisCreen2026.pdf

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Solicitation # StockingSurvey2027.pdf

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Solicitation # thinningcontract2026.pdf

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Solicitation # SanpoilForest2026Oct29.pdf

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Solicitation # StockingSurvey2026.pdf

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Solicitation # RFP-2025-0153

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Solicitation # RFP-2025-0154

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Forest Site Preparation - Excavator PilingThis subcontract involves performing excavator piling for prime contractors on forest site preparation projects for the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. The scope of work covers 48.54 acres and requires the creation of debris piles to achieve 50% mineral soil exposure, the construction of water bars on slopes, and strict boundary management to deliver a fully prepared forest site. Contractors must utilize track-mounted excavators equipped with 360-degree rotation, hydraulic booms, brush rakes, and thumbs, ensuring ground pressure remains below 8.5 p.s.i. All operations must comply with TERO and Title X regulations. The response deadline for this opportunity is November 5, 2026.

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AI Contract Overview

The Fiberboard Stewardship IRSC, solicitation number AG-9JGP-S-17-4011, is a commercial item acquisition managed by the Tahoe National Forest under the Department of Agriculture. This stewardship project covers 416 acres on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, specifically within Township 16N, Range 17E. The primary objectives are to conduct commercial tree thinning and reduce hazardous fuels through the removal of individually designated trees and small conifers. The contract utilizes a goods-for-services trading method, requiring the contractor to perform 11 mandatory activity bid items, including the removal and disposal of activity and existing slash and biomass to minimize post-contract government burning. Operational requirements include whole tree removal of small trees and the removal of top portions and limbs of larger trees to the landing. The contractor is responsible for erosion control, road maintenance, and adherence to strict fire prevention and suppression plans, particularly during the California Fire Precautionary Period. Work must comply with USDA Forest Service Best Management Practices, TRPA Code of Ordinances, and LRWQCB Basin Plan guidelines, especially during wet weather or winter operations. Labor must be compensated according to Department of Labor Wage Determination 1977-0727 for forestry and land management services in California.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Tahoe National Forest

Contract Value

$1,511,174.27

NAICS

115310 - Support Activities for Forestry

Place of Performance

The project area (416 acres) is located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. The legal locations are: Township 16N, Range 17E, S, Lake Tahoe, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

C.T.L. FOREST MANAGEMENT, INC.

Award Issued Date

06/07/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Fiberboard Fuels Reduction and Forest Health Stewardship - Appendix C

specifications

High

Fiberboard Fuels Reduction and Forest Health Stewardship Project RFP

rfp

High

Fiberboard IRSC Appendix A - Work Activity Items

sow

High

Fiberboard IRSC Appendix B Tree Measurement

specifications

High

Fiberboard IRSC Fire Plan 2016

specifications

High

Fiberboard Stewardship Maps

specifications

High

LTBMU Agreement for Wet Weather Operations and Operations Outside Normal Operating Season

contract-document

High

Wage Determination No: 1977-0727 (Rev. 49) - Forestry and Land Management Services - California

wage-determination

High

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Timeline

PhaseAwarded

PostedMar 31

Presolicitation

Type ChangedApr 18

Presolicitation → Solicitation

AwardedJun 7

Contract was awarded

Submission Closed

06/07/2017, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Tahoe National Forest

Contacts2 people available

OfficeNEVADA CITY, CA, 95959, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Tahoe National Forest

Office AddressNEVADA CITY, CA, 95959, USA

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Matthew GagnonContracting Officer

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Sarah HillProcurement Technician

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Full Description

The solicitation and any resultant contract will be a stewardship project in accordance with Section 323 of Public Law 108-7 (16 U.S.C. 2104 Note, as revised February 28, 2003 to reflect sec. 323 of J.J. Res 2 as enrolled), the Consolidated Appropriations Resolution, 2003, amending Public Law 105-277, sec 347. This is a commercial item acquisition that has been tailored to fit the Government's method of trading goods for services. Work includes 11 mandatory activity bid items that will be treated in addition to thinning and removal of commercial sawlogs on 416 acres. These stewardship work activity items are described in detail in Appendix A and attachments. Treatment areas consist of natural stands. The intent of the Fiberboard CTL contract is to conduct commercial tree thinning and reduce hazardous fuels. Commercial thinning will be accomplished through cutting and removal of individually designated trees. Reduction of hazardous fuels will be accomplished by thinning and removal of small conifers and treatment of activity and existing slash and biomass. Completion of associated erosion control and road maintenance work will be required for all operations. Brush treatment is not a bid item and is not a requirement of this contract. It is the intent of this contract to both remove and dispose of as much activity and existing slash and other biomass generated from operations as feasible so as to limit the amount of post-contract government slash burning. Whole tree removal of small trees, and removal of top portions and limbs of larger trees to the landing will be required. Removal of existing dead and down to the landing will be required, while retaining what is necessary to meet wildlife requirements. Other slash treatment methods may be utilized only with contract administrator approval. Such methods may include masticating, chipping, piling, or lopping and scattering of slash and biomass material The project area (416 acres) is located on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. The legal locations are: Township 16N, Range 17E, Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17, 20 & 21 (MDB&M) Mount Diablo Base and Meridian. All treatment areas are between elevations of approximately 6,560 feet-7,480 feet. Access to the units is from Hwy 267 at Brockway Summit, Hwy 28 at Old Country Rd. and forest roads 73, 16N74 and 16N77. The date of award is expected to be within 60 days of the solicitation response date. Please hold any technical questions until after review of the solicitation. The technical contact information will be listed in the solicitation. The purpose of this notice is to meet the FAR 5.201 It is the contractor's responsibility to monitor the Federal Business Opportunities website for any changes or amendments.